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Canada should be more actively involved in networks that promote a childbirth based on respect and dignity — and save lives in the process.

As part of Canada’s role as global citizens committed to improving child and maternal outcomes around the world, we should direct our policies, training and funding at tackling disrespect and abuse at health facilities in low and middle income countries.

The Trudeau government has said that it wants Canada to take a leadership role in global health, including infant and maternal mortality. Addressing maternal barriers to health care — including eliminating disrespect and abuse from health facilities — is a good place to start.